The tree peony was considered to be the “king of flowers” and associated with the imperial family. It’s known as a flower or “wealth and honor” and was traditionally a token of love and sometimes also exchanged as farewell gifts.
Chinese blue and white porcelain has been made for more than 1000 years.
The color comes from cobalt oxide pigment, one of the few that can withstand the high firing temperatures required for porcelain
The decoration has traditionally been applied by hand, but today stenciling is also used
Exported Chinese porcelain influenced ceramic styles in both the Middle East and Europe and remains popular around the world today.
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